3 Nights in Teneriffe: The Perfect Brisbane Long Weekend

Brisbane is a city best enjoyed at an easy pace, and three nights gives you just enough time to experience the river, neighbourhoods, food and nightlife without feeling rushed. Staying at Mactaggarts Place puts you in the middle of it all, with Teneriffe, New Farm, Fortitude Valley, James Street and the CBD all within easy reach.

Night One – Arrive, Unpack & Explore Teneriffe

After checking into your apartment, take some time to settle in and enjoy the extra space of a fully self-contained stay.

Then head outside and explore the local area on foot. Teneriffe has a relaxed village feel, with cafés, pubs, wine bars, pizzerias and restaurants all close by. Start with a walk along the riverfront, then enjoy dinner locally without needing to worry about transport.

If you feel like extending the evening, New Farm and Fortitude Valley are both nearby, offering everything from cocktail bars and live music to late-night dining.

Day Two – Riverwalk, New Farm & Howard Smith Wharves

Start your morning with coffee nearby before joining the Brisbane Riverwalk.

Walk or cycle towards New Farm, passing leafy riverside streets and some of Brisbane’s most attractive inner-city scenery. Continue towards Howard Smith Wharves, where you can stop for lunch or a drink beneath the Story Bridge.

For something more adventurous, book the Story Bridge Adventure Climb and take in panoramic views across Brisbane.

In the evening, head to James Street for dinner or return to Howard Smith Wharves for drinks by the river.

Day Three – Explore Brisbane by Ferry

One of the best things about staying at Mactaggarts Place is having the Teneriffe Ferry Terminal right outside.

With Queensland’s 50-cent public transport fares, exploring Brisbane is incredibly easy and affordable. Take the ferry into the CBD or South Bank and spend the day visiting GOMA, Queensland Museum, South Bank Parklands, Queen Street Mall or the Botanic Gardens.

The ferry journey is an experience in itself, giving you a completely different view of Brisbane from the river.

Back in Teneriffe, enjoy a relaxed dinner close to your apartment or head into nearby Fortitude Valley for rooftop bars, live music and nightlife.

Day Four – A Slow Brisbane Morning

Make the most of your final morning with breakfast or coffee in Teneriffe before one last walk along the river.

If it’s the weekend, explore a local market, wander through New Farm Park or simply enjoy a slower morning back at your apartment before checking out.

Three nights gives you the chance to experience Brisbane like a local rather than racing between attractions. With the river at your doorstep, excellent dining nearby and some of Brisbane’s best neighbourhoods within walking distance, Teneriffe makes the perfect base for a long weekend in the city.

Stay somewhere with a little more character. Stay at Mactaggarts Place.